hi all
At 00:20 1999/07/17 -0600, bruce wrote:
>Most people don't know that back in 1912 Hellman's mayonnaise was
> manufactured in England. In fact, the "Titanic" was carrying 12,000
> jars of the condiment scheduled for delivery in Vera Cruz, Mexico which
> was to be the next port of call for the great ship after
> New York City.
> Mexicans were crazy about the stuff.
> The Mexican people were eagerly awaiting delivery and were disconsolate
> ("desperado") at the loss. So much so that they declared a national
> day of mourning which they still observe today.
> It is known, of course, as ...
> Sinko de Mayo.
not fair!
no warning while sipping my cola
i almost turned into a soda fountain!
janet
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